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Electric Vehicle Range Extender Market to See Substantial Growth

Allied Market Research recently published a report on the electric vehicle range extender market and found that the market segment is estimated to generate $1.67 billion by 2026 and grow at a rate of 9% between 2019 to 2026. The report cited a surge in demand for extension of driving range in electric vehicles and… Continue reading Electric Vehicle Range Extender Market to See Substantial Growth

The History Behind BMW’s Logo

Because the German manufacturer got its start in the aircraft industry, many people believe that the BMW logo is a stylized propeller. But the truth, according to the company’s ‘BMW Explained’ series, is a little bit different. As the company, originally known as Rapp Motorenwerke, transitioned from aircraft to cars, so did its logo, introducing… Continue reading The History Behind BMW’s Logo

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Ford Reveals Plans for All-Electric Transit

The world’s top-selling cargo van—the Ford Transit—is going electric, the American manufacturer has announced. Beginning in the 2022 model year, Ford will offer an all-electric version of the Transit, joining the previously announced Mustang Mach-E and all-electric F-150. “Commercial vehicles are a critical component to our big bet on electrification,” said Jim Farley, chief operating… Continue reading Ford Reveals Plans for All-Electric Transit

Bentley Spearheads Return to Coachbuilding with All-New Bacalar

Bentley Mulliner has revealed the all-new Bacalar at the home of Bentley in Crewe, England, the rarest two-door Bentley of the modern era. The new Grand Tourer spearheads a return to coachbuilding by Bentley Mulliner. Just 12 examples of this limited-edition model are being created and each model will be handcrafted in Bentley Mulliner’s workshop… Continue reading Bentley Spearheads Return to Coachbuilding with All-New Bacalar

Bruce Meyers Named Mint 400 Grand Marshal

Bruce Meyers, the inventor of the Meyers Manx dune buggy, has been named Grand Marshal of the 2020 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, organizers have announced. A surfer, sailor, guitar/ukulele player, artist, engineer and founding father of off-road culture, at 93 years young Bruce is still building and selling the original off-road buggy, the Meyers Manx.… Continue reading Bruce Meyers Named Mint 400 Grand Marshal

BMW Employees Quarantined in Munich

The coronavirus has continued to spread across the globe and with it continued its impact on the automotive industry. Joining an idled Hyundai plant in South Korea, BMW has told roughly 150 employees to stay home for two weeks after an employee in the company’s research and development center, located in Munich, Germany, tested positive… Continue reading BMW Employees Quarantined in Munich

Toyota Unveils 2021 Trail Special Editions

The 2021 Tacoma, Tundra, and 4Runner Trail Special Editions, recently unveiled at the 2020 Chicago Auto Show, all put emphasis on extra storage and convenience, with unique styling and exclusive content added for good measure. All three 2021 Toyota Trails are based on the SR5 grade models to deliver high value and offer the choice… Continue reading Toyota Unveils 2021 Trail Special Editions

Saleen Single-Make Series Folds

High performance sports car manufacturer Saleen has cancelled its arrive-and-drive single-make series, the Saleen Cup, a week before the scheduled start to its 2020 season, the company confirmed to Sportscar365. Resources from the series will be reattributed to the Saleen 1 GT4 car, according to a Saleen spokesperson. The series held a total of four… Continue reading Saleen Single-Make Series Folds

Geneva Motor Show Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Fears

The 90th Geneva International Motor Show, set to begin next week in Geneva, Switzerland, has been cancelled, event organizers have announced. With the first coronavirus cases in Switzerland confirmed, the country’s Federal Council has imposed a temporary ban on events with more than 1,000 people in attendance. “We regret this situation, but the health of… Continue reading Geneva Motor Show Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Fears

Photo Gallery: 2020 Grand National Roadster Show

Taking place at the Pomona Fairplex about 30 miles from Los Angeles, the annual Grand National Roadster Show is now in its 71st year and it’s a true celebration of everything roadsters. And that means a lot of ’32 Fords. John Buck, the producer of the historical GNRS, said this about it prior to the… Continue reading Photo Gallery: 2020 Grand National Roadster Show

Hennessey Performance Engineering Appoints New Director of Design

Hennessey Performance Engineering has announced that Nathan Malinick has joined the company as its new director of design. Malinick will report to founder and CEO, John Hennessey, and serve as director of design overseeing design direction for both Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE) and Hennessey Special Vehicles (HSV). As director of design, Malinick will be responsible… Continue reading Hennessey Performance Engineering Appoints New Director of Design

Safety Gear Saves Driver in 241-mph Ice Racer Crash

Everyone into racing has heard about NASCAR driver Ryan Newman’s crash near the end of the Daytona 500 on Monday, Feb. 17. Newman was leading the Great American Race until he lost control of his car after contact from behind with Ryan Blaney’s car. Newman’s car went sideways, hit the outside wall head-on and got… Continue reading Safety Gear Saves Driver in 241-mph Ice Racer Crash